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“Reign” Season 1 Episode 20 “Higher Ground” will air on Thursday, May 1, 2014, at 9:00 p.m. on The CW. Mary prepares for war as she enlists the help of a mercenary. Proceed with caution. “Reign” spoilers ahead!Read only if you want to learn more about “Reign” Season 1 Episode 20 “Higher Ground.”

According to the preview of Season 1 Episode 20 “Higher Ground” from The CW, Mary (Adelaide Kane) is ready to face the risks and do what it takes to protect her beloved country, Scotland. Francis (Toby Regbo), on the other has, has his own battle to fight as he defends his country from England. He embraces his role as Dauphin in this episode. Moreover, Francis also finds a new ally in the likes of Leith (Jonathan Keltz).

Why is it that Lola (Anna Popplewell) feels that Lord Julien (Giacomo Gianniotti) is going to betray her? As she grows closer to him, she also becomes suspicious of his actions.

In the promo, Bash (Torrance Coombs) asked Mary about sending innocent people to their death. Mary answered that she does not know what she is capable of doing . . . for Scotland. Plus, watch out for Tahmoh Penikett’s appearance in this episode as a hot nobleman who pays the French Court a visit. What is his role? Well, folks, he is the mercenary.

The story of “Reign” Season 1 Episode 20 “Higher Ground” is written by Daniel Sinclair and David Babcock (Teleplay by: Alan McCullough). It is directed Sudz Sutherland.

Since we are this close to the end of “Reign” Season 1, what do you think will happen? Will Mary finally get pregnant and have an heir to the throne? Will they find out about the secrets lying behind the Darkness? As for King Henry (Alan Van Sprang), is someone going to put an end to his madness?

In a brief scoop from TV Guide, we learn that Francis is torn between his father’s will and his love for Mary. It’s like Scotland or France. What side is he on? Francis knows about his father’s condition, not to mention that it keeps on getting worse. Will he step up and rule France? Or will he choose to be with Mary in Scotland?

Meanwhile, the mystery about the Darkness lurking in the woods will be uncovered.

That’s it for the “Reign” spoilers about Season 1 Episode 20 “Higher Ground.” It will air on Thursday, May 1, 2014, at 9:00 p.m. on The CW. Stay tuned here on Movie News Guide (MNG) for more news about “Reign” including spoilers and episode recaps.